Our dear Los Angeles readers, we think of you constantly during these catastrophic wildfires.
We’ve been following live updates from the New York Times (giveaway link), which reports that the fires have killed at least five people, put nearly 180,000 people under mandatory evacuation orders, and burned more than 27,000 acres, which which is equivalent to almost 20,000 football fields. “I have lived here all my life and I have never seen anything like this,” former mayor Antonio Villaraigosa told reporters; The fires have been described as “biblical” and “the worst I have ever seen.”
Tell us in the comments how you are and how we can help you.
Some resources:
This document, created by survivors of the devastating Marshall Fire, offers advice for both those affected by the fires and those who want to help. Plus, Lizz Porter, who lost her home in a fire in 2021, shares seven practical things she wishes she’d known when she evacuated.
Airbnb is offering temporary housing for people affected by the Los Angeles fires.
The New York Times shares tips for staying safe, including signing up for emergency alerts and packing a travel bag.
GoFundMe has created a centralized hub of verified wildfire-related fundraising pages.
Mutual Aid LA Network constantly updates a list of volunteer and donation needs.
The California Firefighters Foundation Wildfire and Disaster Relief Fund directly supports wildfire victims.
Please join us, if you can, in donating aid and relief for the California wildfires. We will be matching up to $5,000 in donations; Simply email your receipt to hello@cupofjo.com, if you wish.
Sending so much love westward. xoxxoxo
(Photo by Jayme Burrows).
